Arashiyama Monkey Park Entrance Fee

Arashiyama Monkey Park Entrance Fee (Iwatayama Monkey Park)

Arashiyama Monkey Park, officially known as Iwatayama Monkey Park, is a popular attraction in Kyoto where visitors can observe wild Japanese macaques in a natural setting above the Arashiyama district. Below is the most up-to-date, source-backed information on the Arashiyama Monkey Park entrance fee, opening hours and related details.

Current Arashiyama Monkey Park Entrance Fee

According to the official Arashiyama Monkey Park website, the entrance fee is:

Adults (16 years and older): 600 yen
Children (4–15 years): 300 yen
Children under 4 years: free

This pricing is stated on the park’s official English-language page under “Entrance Fee” (Arashiyama Monkey Park official site – Entrance Fee).

The fee is paid at the ticket office at the base of the mountain, before you begin the hike up to the viewing area and monkey feeding hut.

Opening Hours and Last Admission

The entrance fee is valid for entry during regular opening hours, which are also listed on the official website:

Standard opening hours: 9:00 – 16:00
Park closing time: 16:30

These hours are specified under the “Opening Hours” section of the official site (Arashiyama Monkey Park official site – Opening Hours).

The park notes that opening may be delayed or the park may be closed in case of heavy rain or strong wind, so it is wise to check conditions on the day of your visit.

Payment Method for the Entrance Fee

The Arashiyama Monkey Park entrance fee is paid in cash (Japanese yen) at the on-site ticket counter. The official site does not mention credit card or digital payment options, so visitors should be prepared with sufficient cash in yen (Arashiyama Monkey Park official site).

What the Entrance Fee Includes

The entrance fee covers:

Access to the mountain trail leading up to the park area.
Entry to the hilltop viewing area where most monkeys gather.
Use of the feeding hut, from which visitors can feed monkeys through wire mesh (feeding food is purchased separately on-site).

The official site describes the experience as a place “where you can see wild monkeys and a beautiful view of Kyoto city” (Arashiyama Monkey Park official site – About).

Food for the monkeys (e.g., peanuts, apple pieces) is sold inside the feeding hut for a small additional charge; this is not included in the entrance fee.

Age Categories for the Entrance Fee

From the fee structure given on the official website:

Adult ticket: 16 years and older
Child ticket: 4 to 15 years old
Infants: Under 4 years enter free

This breakdown appears under the entrance fee section on the English page (Arashiyama Monkey Park official site – Entrance Fee).

Location and Access (Relevant to Your Visit)

The entrance fee is paid once you reach the park entrance, located on the Arashiyama side of the Katsura River:

The official website provides a detailed access map and directions from nearby train stations, including Hankyu Arashiyama Station and JR Saga-Arashiyama Station (Arashiyama Monkey Park official site – Access).

You will walk from the riverside up to the ticket booth, and then hike around 20–30 minutes uphill to the main monkey area.

Safety and Visitor Rules (Linked to Park Admission)

Your admission via the entrance fee comes with specific safety rules, which are highlighted on the official site:

Do not stare directly into the monkeys’ eyes.
Do not touch the monkeys.
Do not feed the monkeys outside the designated feeding hut.
Keep your belongings close and do not show food outside the hut.

These rules are presented as “Please observe the following rules” on the official English page (Arashiyama Monkey Park official site – Rules).

Contact and Official Information Source

All fee, hour, and rule information above is taken from the official park website:

Official website: https://monkeypark.jp/english/

The site serves as the primary official source for Arashiyama Monkey Park entrance fee details and operational information. Visitors should check it shortly before their trip in case of any updates to prices or opening times.